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2025 Generated Big Headlines In The EV World

The EV industry entered a new more nuanced phase defined by realities and practical outcomes after a few years of grand visions, media hype, and bold investments.

December 29, 2025
A nighttime aerial close-up of a Ford F-150 Lightning all-electric pickup truck with surround lighting parked on a grass field.

EV EXTRA READ ALL ABOUT IT: The sunset of the F-150 all-electric version captured the challenges and transitions of the EV industry in 2025.

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Charged Fleet will mark its fifth anniversary on Jan. 7, 2026. In that short time for a B2B media brand, we’ve stacked up plenty of content on every aspect of fleet electrification.

As a content aggregator for other fleet brands, CF could serve as a how-to library for adopting electric fleet vehicles.

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In assembling the top 10 CF stories based on Google Analytics metrics, we realize that the top two stories of the year happened in Q4 and have yet to gain the internet traffic to rank in the literal top 10 for the full calendar year.

The expiration of federal EV credits on Sept. 30 and the Dec. 15 announcement that Ford will discontinue its EV industry-leading F-150 Lightning pickup truck not only topped 2025 in relevance but represent the most pivotal EV developments since CF launched.

Electric vehicles, as an industry and transportation sector, have moved beyond the start-up phase and entered a tougher sorting period defined by macroeconomic headwinds. 

Beyond the newsy noisemakers, the top 10 CF articles and stories for 2025 centered on government regulatory shifts, winter EV range, EV longevity, charging, and fleet operations:

Top 10 CF Electric Vehicle Content List

  1. EPA Action Would Allow Congress to Kill California's Clean Truck Rules

  2. Federal Highway Administration Halts EV Charger Funding, Delaying National Expansion Plans

  3. New Study Reveals Which EV Models Lose the Least Range in Winter

  4. What Are Automakers Doing to Bridge the EV Charging Gap?

  5. Expert To Detail the Dynamics of Electric Vehicle Longevity

  6. Fleet Managers Cite Data as Major Hurdle in EV Transition, EVAI Survey Shows

  7. Electric Truck Adoption: New Report Analyzes Market by Fleet Type and Trip Length

  8. NAFA Pushes for Practical EV Policy, Data Access, and Tariff Relief in 2025

  9. Michigan Police Department Finds Early Success with Chevrolet Blazer EV PPV

  10. EV Sales Score Their Highest February

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Woman plugs an electric vehicle into a ChargePoint charger outside an apartment complex, representing expanded EV charging access for multifamily housing.
Chargingby News/Media ReleaseMay 22, 2026

Thousands Of EV Chargers Coming To Multi-Family Residences

ChargePoint and OBE Power plan to deploy about 2,500 EV charging ports at multifamily residential properties across North America beginning in 2026.

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Chart comparing April new and used EV sales. New EV sales fell to 76,889 units while used EV sales rose to 42,080, according to Cox Automotive.

Used EV Sales Grow In April

While EV sales declined, used EV sales grew, as tighter inventory and rising prices reflected a more normalized pace for the EV market.

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Gray 2026 Kia EV6 electric crossover driving on a desert highway at sunset with mountains and Joshua trees in the background.

2026 Kia EV6 Arrives With Lower Pricing, New Charging Features

Kia lowered pricing for the 2026 EV6 lineup while adding standard charging equipment, Plug & Charge capability, and updated color options.

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Blue BMW iX3 electric SUV parked on a reflective surface with mountain scenery in the background at dusk.

2027 BMW iX3 Starts at $61,500 With Up to 434 Miles of Range

BMW priced the 2027 iX3 50 xDrive at $61,500 and said the new EV SUV will offer up to 434 miles of range, 800V fast charging, and a new-generation operating system when deliveries begin in September.

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Graphic announcing California DMV autonomous vehicle regulation updates with futuristic self-driving car dashboard visuals and text about staying aligned with regulations.

California Adopts Sweeping New Autonomous Vehicle Regulations

Updated DMV rules open the door for heavy-duty AV testing and deployment while strengthening safety standards, emergency response coordination, and manufacturer accountability.

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Front view of a silver Mercedes-Benz C-Class EV driving on a curving road with mountains and sunlight in the background.

Mercedes-Benz Introduces All-New Electric C-Class

Mercedes-Benz introduces an all-electric C-Class with dual motors, up to 482 hp, fast charging, and a redesigned interior built on a dedicated EV platform.

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Rivian electric SUV driving through a city street, representing the company’s growing EV lineup and expansion plans.

Rivian Boosts Production At Georgia Plant

The plant will build 300,000 vehicles annually, starting production in 2028 and expanding its robotaxi manufacturing capacity.

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Black Hyundai IONIQ 9 electric SUV driving on a road near a modern industrial building.

Hyundai Unveils All-Electric Black Luxury SUV

Hyundai introduces the 2027 IONIQ 9 Calligraphy Black Ink, adding blacked-out styling, a 422-hp dual-motor AWD system, and 800-volt fast charging to its three-row electric SUV.

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Kia Telluride hybrid SUV driving on a mountain road at sunset, highlighting award-winning electrified models recognized by U.S. News for performance, efficiency, and value.

Three Kia Models Win Hybrid, Electric Car Awards From U.S. News & World Report

The magazine highlighted the Telluride HEV, Niro HEV, and Sportage HEV for efficiency, performance, and overall value.

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Hyundai IONIQ 5 electric SUV parked near wind turbines, named Best Compact Electric SUV, highlighting fast charging, modern design, and efficiency.

Hyundai Sweeps EV and Hybrid Awards On U.S. News & World Report Best List

Hyundai earns three top spots in U.S. News’ 2026 hybrid and EV rankings, led by repeat wins for the Tucson Hybrid and IONIQ 5 and a category win for the new IONIQ 9.

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